Tyler Perry

I want to own a network. I want to own a network where you can turn it on with your family all day long and get positive reinforcement.

'Madea' is a Southern term. It's short for 'mother dear.' So there are a lot of Madeas out there.

Happiness for me is totally just being at peace knowing that, everything I'm doing, God is pleased with that. It's complete peace for me.

I like being called 'Mr. Freeman' occasionally.

Morgan, Lewis is a very large firm now, but it was not quite as big then. It was exciting for an associate in those days, because you got good and varied assignments and terrific training.

Before I die, I will preach to the Muslims in the Arab world. I will preach in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Iran. I will preach in Tehran. I will do it under the umbrella of God. And see its impact.